Morris.Worm.fingerd.Stack.Buffer.Overflow
Description
This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in fingerd.
The vulnerability is due to an error in the vulnerable application when handling a maliciously crafted request. A remote attacker may be able to exploit this to execute arbitrary code within the context of the application, via a crafted request.
Affected Products
fingerd on version 4.3BSD
Impact
System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.
Recommended Actions
Upgraded to the most recent version
Telemetry
Coverage
IPS (Regular DB) | |
IPS (Extended DB) |